International Student Guidebook 2014

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International Student GuidebookSciences Po 2014

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International Student Guidebook

Sciences Po 2014

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

I. OPENING REMARKS..........................................................

II. PREPARATION...................................................................

III. ACADEMIA........................................................................

IV. HOUSING..........................................................................

V. FINANCE............................................................................

VI. IMMIGRATION..................................................................

VII. TRANSPORTATION AND TRAVEL.......................................

VIII. HEALTH AND WELLNESS...................................................

IX. CULTURE AND RECREATION..............................................

X. CONTRIBUTORS................................................................

XI. CREDITS.............................................................................

XII. SCIENCES PO CAMPUS MAP...............................................

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Welcome toSciencesPoMESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT

DearInternationalStudents,

Thisguideisjustalittlehelpinghandtogetyou

up and running for your exciting year in Paris.

Whileyourfriendsareallhomeworking,youllbe

eating ptisserie and drinking hot wine (maybe

whilst doing a little work). It might sound

presumptuoustosay youregoingtoloveithere,

butletsfaceit,itisParisandyouwill!

Yes, theres French bureaucracy and you may

need avisa to orderadrink (just joking, itsnot

thatbad)butyoullgrowtoloveeverylittlequirk

aboutit.Also,letsfaceit,whenyoudogohome

nobodywantstohearabouthoweasyitallwas,

they want to hear about the time Google

translatemessedupondirectionsandyouended

upjustjoininginastrangerspartyinstead!

TheresalottodoandalotoffuntobehadinParis,anddontforgetlotsofamazingpeopleto

meet (like us at the ISC). Wewont be able to

answer all your questions, but we will have a

drinkwithyouanddoourbestsothatyouhave

asmuchfunaspossible.

Seeyouallsoon,

JackGHALEB

Jack GHALEBPresident

[email protected]

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Welcome toSciencesPoMESSAGE FROM THE VP OF COMMUNICATIONS

OnbehalfoftheISCExecutiveboard,Iwouldlike

towishyouawarmwelcometoSciencesPo!You

have ultimately taken a huge step towards

discoveringawholenewculture,attainingahigher

level of personal and academic development aswellasobtainingtheopportunitytomeetstudents

from around the globe. In the next couple of

months, youwill soon set foot on the streets of

Paris where you will be exploring the twenty

different arrondissements all whilemastering the

artandthebeautyoftheFrenchlanguageinthe

CityofLights.This isanopportunitythatisworth

each penny of your lastsummers internship or

part-timeemploymentasyouwillbeinvestingon

wonderfulmemoriesthatwillsurelastalifetime

thequestionis,areyouready?

After five and a half months of preparation,

sixteencontributorshavevolunteeredtheirtimein

ordertoproducethemanualthatyouarereadingright now. It is with great pleasure to present to

you the published copy of first-hand student

experiences that will guide you throughout your

exchange program in France. I wish you nothing

but great success for the upcoming semester at

SciencesPo.

BonnerentreetbienvenueParis!

JustineMALLOU

Justine MALLOUVice President of Communications

[email protected]

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International Student CouncilParis 20132014

Jack GHALEBPresident

Justine MALLOUVP Communications

Soukana KARRAKCHOUVP Integration

Samanta AUBONESecretary

Camlia VIALLETRepresentative: Masters

Program

Natalia CWIERZRepresentative: Europe

Dana MURESANRepresentative:

Americas

Jiyun JUNGRepresentative: APAMO

E X E C U T I V E C O M M I T T E E

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Preparation\ pre-p- r-shn\

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RELOCATION CHECKLIST

PREPARATIONJustine MALLOU

In order to prepare for a one-year exchange program abroad, it isimportant keep in mind that moving to a different countryrequires constant planning and continuous research. The mostessential tool is to master the art of preparationit will definitelycontribute to a smoother transition to overcome the hiddenperks

of the French bureaucracy during the first couple of weeks inFrance.

Here is a sample draft on how to start a pre-departure checklist:

ADMINISTRATIVE DOCUMENTS Renewed and valid passport Student Visa and Immigration documents Copy of acceptance letter from host and partner institutions

Extra passport-sized photos for carte de sjour, Navigo metro pass, studentidentification Birth certificate (especially students of multiple nationalities or double

citizenships) Home institution acceptance and nomination letters International Student Identity Card (ISIC) International DriversLicence (if you wish to drive in Europe)

PERSONAL FINANCES

Exchange currency to euro Banking information and bank cards to access ATMs Proof of Sufficient Funds Power of Attorney Familiarize yourself with wire-transfer process from home country to France

BUDGET FOR Tuition payment to home university for each semester abroad

Local transportation in Paris for bus, mtro, tram (carte Imagine R) Accommodation (monthly rent) Personal expenses (entertainment, theatre, concerts, laundry)

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HEALTH Basic health and dental insurance documents (insurance company, policy,

overseas contact number) Travel and property insurance (insurance company, policy, overseas contact

number)

Copies of medical records, health certificates and immunizations Prescriptions and eyewear

PERSONAL TIPMake 3 duplications of all important documents: 1 copy for yourself, 1 copy to leave

at home for your parents/guardian, 1 copy to use for administrative purposes. Bydoing so, you will always have one extra copy that you can then use in the future.

ACADEMIC PROGRAM Books and supplies Preliminary and backup course selection list Exchange credit transfer documents to home university

TRANSPORTATION AND TRAVEL

Air ticket reservation and boarding passes Travel insurance with company and policy details Bus or train connection tickets Guidebooks and maps A journal to write about your experiences!

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OVERCOMING CULTURE SHOCK


There is no doubt that the decision of embarking on a one-year exchange program surelydemonstrates a certain degree of self-confidence. It highlights the drive to attainacademic goals and measures the urge to discover the world. However, behind thestereotypical adventure of climbing the Eiffel Tower for the first time, it is important tokeep in mind that the glamour of a tourist will never match the experiences of a resident

hence, as Benjamin Franklin would say, nothing ventured, nothing gained.

What is Culture Shock? The initial reaction to a new

environment when expectations dontmatch up with reality

Causes Cultural difference or language barrier Inefficiency of completing minor tasks Distance from family and loved ones Inability to adapt and make friends

Stages of Culture Shock1) Honeymoon Period (Cheap wine at

the Eiffel Tower? I love Paris!):heightened sense of enthusiasm

2) Early Frustration (Seriously,it takestwo whole weeks to get my bank

card?): sudden feeling of impatienceand disenchantment with bothcultural and academic differences

3) Mid-sojourn Discouragement(WheneverI try to speak French, they

always respond in English!): sign ofhomesickness, discouragement orhostility; some minor health problems

4) Cultural Integration (I dont want tocome home.): adjustment to hostculture; change of personal values

5) Re-Entry Shock (No more cheapflights?): Unmet expectations athome

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PERSONAL EXPERIENCE: CULTURAL TRANSITION

PREPARATIONAndrea DEROCCO

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Ilive outside Paris center, so it takes me up to 30 minutes to get into the center. Thesituation I have come across is isolation and language barrier. When I first came here,I had no guides to help me. Behind experience of resourcefulness, I researchedvarious ways to help me get what I needed. In terms of overcoming the isolation,since I lived alone I would sit in my apartment for up to 24 hours not leaving. I tried

meet up groups, but eventually opted out of them. It takes effort and time to meetpeople in a foreign setting, when you are not actively placed in a group. To overcomemy loneliness, I decided to make myself bust, utilize my gym membership, andresearch museums or day trips to get out of my apartment. In terms of languageacquisition, I researched what was available to help me and also converse with myFrench professor in order to get her advice. I basically, reached out to people andposed questions. I took the initiative to get out of my funk.

Once I become more comfortable with the language, and after time had progressed, Istarted feeling better. Another word of advice, if you are close with your family andfriends at home, set rules in which you talk to them every other day or so. With socialmedia and easy access via Internet to contact people, it makes it harder to enjoy yourimmediate surroundings. Set limits, and get out. You dontwant to create regrets,like I did sitting in my apartment and then calling my friends at home having a self-pity party. You dont want to look back 10 years from now and say I wish I hadgotten out more.

I took initiative and approached various avenues to get me to what I needed to makemyself feel comfortable. If I came across a dead-end, I continued searching.However, from time to time, nice surprises would show up such as markets or otherevents. I stepped out of my comfort zone and faced change.

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Academia/ kdimi /

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The main Sciences Po campus is located inParis and the classes deal with events andtopics that are not focusing on a particularregion of the world. There are however 7

other regionalized Sciences Po campuses inwhich you can choose to study.

/!\ The regionalized campuses only teachclasses at the Bachelor (collgeuniversitaire) level. If you are an incomingexchange student wishing to take classeswithin a Masters program, the Paris

campus is the only one to offer them.More information here:http://college.sciences-po.fr

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ACADEMIA

Paris: Euro-African Campus

In 2011, the Paris campus started the Euro-African program, delivering classes about

relations between Europe and Africa. Classesare taught in French and English butstudents also have to choose a specificlanguage among Swahili, Portuguese, Arabicand other African languages.

For more information:http://www.sciencespo.fr/programme-

europe-afrique/en/content/europe-africa-programme

SCIENCES PO AND ITS 7 CAMPUSES

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Camlia VIALLET

ACADEMIA

Nancy : French-German campus

The focus here is mainly on France and Germany,but also more generally on Europe. Courses aretaught in French, German, and English and the

campus welcomes approximately 300 students.This is the oldest regionalized campus. For moreinformation:http://college.sciences-po.fr/sitenancy/en/content/accueil

Dijon: Central and Eastern European campus

This campus focuses mainly on Europe andespecially Central and Eastern Europe. TheEuropean Union is therefore at the heart of theircourse of study. Classes are taught in Frenchand/or in English. For more information:http://college.sciences-po.fr/sitedijon/en/node/9

Reims : Euro-American campus

The Euro-American campus takes a specialinterest in transatlantic relations and mainlyfocuses on Canada, the United States, and theEuropean Union. Classes are taught in Englishand in French. This is the most recent

regionalized campus, as it opened in 2010 with~300 students. For more information:http://college.sciences-po.fr/sitereims/


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Camlia VIALLET

ACADEMIA

Le Havre : Euro-Asian campus

In Le Havre, students study relationships betweenEurope and Asia. Classes are taught in English and inFrench but students also have to master one Asianlanguage (Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Hindi orIndonesian) before the completion of their Bachelor.For more information: http://college.sciences-po.fr/sitehavre/en/node/1

Menton : Middle-East and Mediterraneancampus

The campus of Menton is located in the southernpart of France, close to Nice and Monaco. Theclasses deal with issues relevant to the Middle-Eastern and Mediterranean regions and aretaught in French, English, and Arabic. For morenformation: http://college.sciences-

po.fr/sitementon/en/welcome

Poitiers: The Latin-American campus

The Poitiers campus focuses on Latin America andSpain. Welcoming approximately 200 students, italso is one of the oldest regionalized campuses ofSciences Po. Classes are taught in French, English,Portuguese and Spanish. For more information:http://college.sciences-

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StatisticsSciences Po is one of the most prestigiousuniversities in Europe in the field of SocialSciences. Welcoming 4000 students in theCollge Universitaire (one third of themstudying in regionalized campuses), SciencesPo gathers a melting pot of people, comingfrom various horizons and having different

backgrounds, which makes it a fascinatingcommunity to be part of. In total, Sciences Pogathers 12 000 undergraduates andgraduates, 42% of whom being internationalstudents

Collge universitaire, Master, Doctorat

Sciences Po has a particular internalorganization. A Bachelor of Arts in SocialSciences is a 3-year program not 4. Two ofthose three years are spent in one of the 7campuses of Sciences Po and the third year isspent abroad in one of our partneruniversities. Finally, students can choose toapply for a Ph.D. program to be completed in3 or 5 years (depending on whether thestudent followed a Ph.D. track during MastersProgram.

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Library access

The library is usually open from 8am to 9:30pm from Monday to Friday and from 9am to8pm on Saturdays. The two main libraries are located at the 27 and 30 rue SaintGuillaume. Youllbe able to find there a lot of textbooks and useful material in order toresearch for your exposs and other works. More information:http://www.sciencespo.fr/bibliotheque/

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Camlia VIALLET

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Campus nurse

The campus health center and its nurse are located at the 56, rue des Saints-Pres. As it isnot unusual for students, and especially international students, to face troubles such ashomesickness, unhappiness, or stress, a team of professional practitioners is available oncampus to talk with you during one on ones in several different languages. Rest rooms are

also available in several locations on campus if ever you dont feel well and need to liedown.

If you need to make an appointment, please send an email to:[email protected]

Students with disabilities

The campus is very accessible for students with disabilities and a lot of services are madeavailable. The Welcome Programme follows the same guidelines. You can find a list of theservices for students with disabilities at the following link: http://www.sciencespo.fr/vie-etudiante/en/content/disability-support-services-accessibility

All students with any disability should feel free to contact Claire Second:[email protected] call her at +33 (0)1 45 49 51 19.

Academic Calendar

The academic calendar for 20132014 can be found at the following address:http://formation.sciences-po.fr/sites/default/files/calendrier_universitaire_en.pdf

How to address professors (M., Mme.)

French professors are very traditional in the sense that they will demand to be addressedwith a strong sense of respect. This is why you should always address them as Pr. X or M. X

or Mrs. X. Also, the vouvoiementis key here: always use the personal pronoun voustotalk to them.

STUDENT SERVICES

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Bureau des Eleves

(BDE)

Bureau des Arts

(BdA)

Association Sportive

(AS)The BDE organizes a lot ofevents: parties, week-ends,conferences, but alsogathers some job offers foryou and is in charge of theBuddy Programme!

Contact information:[email protected]

Tl: - 01 45 49 51 96

The BDA organizes theSciences Po Musical, theArts week, the caf-concerts, photographycontests, and offers a lot ofcompetitive prices to visitthe trendiest exhibitions

and cultural events in Paris.


Tl - 01 45 49 59 02

The AS organizes sportsevents, parties, and afamous ski week. They alsoorganize sportscompetitions with variousother universities in Paris,but also in France, and even

in Europe (Eurocup).


Tl - 01 45 49 54 38

80 student associations are currently recognized at Sciences Po. For more information:http://www.sciencespo.fr/vie-etudiante/fr/content/associations-reconnues

Here are the five main associations:

Camlia VIALLET

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STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS

Sciences PoEnvironnement

Junior Consulting

Sciences Po Environnement aims at raisingawareness about green issues. Theyorganize a lot of conferences, debates, thesustainable development week; they leadvarious actions at school and in the city.


The Sciences Po JC association aims athelping various companies, publicorganisms, or NGOs.. Everybody can takepart into a mission and thus gain preciousprofessional experience.

Contact information: [email protected]

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Justine MALLOU

ACADEMIA

STUDENT ASSOCIATIONS

The International Student Council (ISC)

Mission Statement: To assist in the holistic formation of foreign students in and

outside of the Sciences Po campus, promote their full integration into the long-staystudentscommunity and provide avenues for proper introduction into the true French

culture.

The International Student Council was founded in October 2012 by Eric Lucrezia. As ofSeptember 2013, 5891 students participated during the online voting for the formalrecognition of 80 student associations. This is the first time that the ISC is recognizedas an official association in Sciences Po.

During the Fall and Spring semesters of 2013 2014, the ISC executive committee isled by President Jack Ghaleb, along with seven executive members. The meetings areheld on a weekly basis where future projects and social events are planned andorganized in order to help international students integrate within the local community.

If you wish to learn more about getting involved in the ISC, or to receive our weeklynewsletter, donthesitate to contact us by e-mail: [email protected]

You can also like us on Facebook to receive our latest news: /isc.scpo

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ACADEMIAImaan SANDHU

SCIENCES PO STUDENT CARD

How to receive your Sciences Po Student card?

In order to receive the Sciences Po student card, you must have completed theadministrative registration online and mailed the necessary documents to Sciences Po.If you are registered in the Welcome Program, your orientation leader will give you yourstudent card. Otherwise, the student card will be available to be picked up at 9 rue dela Chaise.

Advantages of card

30 Euros worth of printing and photocopying;Free admission in certain museums and student discounts at various

sites and shopsAccess to Sciences Po computersBorrowing from Sciences Po library

Replacement for a damaged card is 18 Euros. Contact the administration if your card isstolen/lost.

TipAlways bring your student card. From time to time, security will block the campusentrance to check if your are indeed a valid Sciences Po student.

To learn more about the benefits of your card: http://formation.sciences-po.fr/en/contenu/student-card

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ACADEMIAImaan SANDHU

INSCRIPTIONS PDAGOGIQUES

To better understand the process of course registration, heres a simple Youtube videothat shows exactly how Sciences Po students feel right before logging in for enrolment:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yt0zSt0NWZ8&list=PLPYiUMtxa22SMytQ_BIZtYzxvjhFZJY1I

Tips Login before the registration time and be ready to pick your courses Prepare at least 2 back-up lists of courses, because you wont get all your

first-choices If you need to make a change to your courses contact the registration

immediately by emailing them a form or going to speak to them in person

You can find more information at this address: http://formation.sciences-

po.fr/category/faq/faq-inscriptions-pedagogiques

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I. Cours magistral is the equivalent of a lecture, given by a professor to a largenumber of students, usually in an amphitheater. This course is also equipped with atutorial course led by a matre de confrence in smaller groups of 20 students

II. Confrence de Mthode comes as a complement to the cours magistral and istaught by another professor. During the conference de mthode, the whole class is

split into smaller groups in order to encourage class discussions on the readings andwhat has been said during the cours magistral of the week. This is also yourconference de mthode teacher who will give you assignments such as exposs,fiches de lecture, or papers

III. Cours sminaire or cours lectif is a course that is taught to a class of ~ 20 studentsand works on the same basis as a confrence de mthode, except it does not comeas a complement of a lecture. Generally, the topics and subjects of the cours lectifs

are more specific than the cours magistraux

IV. Ateliers de pratique artistique or Workshops is an added course that you can takeon top of your course load dedicated to learn and practice a specialized field ofstudy. This course is taught to a class of less than 18 students. Each artistic or sportcourse count for 2 ECTS

A full course load consists of taking the following courses: 1 Lecture course (10 ECTS), 3

Seminar or Elective course (5 ECTS), 1 Seminar, elective, artistic or language course (5ECTS), which sums up to 5 courses per semester.

3 absencesruleIt is extremely important to know that at Sciences Po, there is a very strict rule aboutabsenteeism. Attendance to classes is mandatory. You can only miss a class twicethroughout the whole semester. If you miss a third time, you will simply be failed in thisclass. You must attend all of your classes since attendance counts for your final grade.

To learn more about the Sciences Po curricula: http://college.sciences-po.fr/siteparis/curricula

TYPES OF COURSES

ACADEMIACamlia VIALLET

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COURSE METHODOLOGY

INTRODUCTION Catch-phrase Introduction of the subject Problmatique

Outline

FIRST PART Needs to argue one side of the subject (for instance, an answerto yourproblmatiqueYes or No)

TRANSITION Link between your first and second part (very short)

SECOND PART Nuance the first part of your argument (As the first part of youressay/expos argued Yes or No, you now need to argue BUT)

CONCLUSION Sum up Answer to yourproblmatique Opening of the subject

The two main exercises that your teachers will ask you to complete are the oralpresentations (exposs) and the dissertation. For both a specific method andstructure has to be used:

Method of evaluation

The method of evaluation depends on the course, but also on the teacher. Very often,you will have to do throughout the semester an expos, a paper, a midterm exam and afinal exam. Some teachers will also want to take into account the class participation andattendance. The final exam usually accounts for 25% to 40% of the total grade.

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It is important to know how to talk to and address your professor or teaching

assistant. For instance, when writing an email, you could phrase it like this

Cher M/Chre Mme. X,

Serait-il possible de prendre rendez-vous avec vous cette semaine afin de nous

entretenir de mon plan de dissertation, silvous plait?

Si cela est en effet possible, je joins mes disponibilits cet email:

Mercredi avant 17h

Jeudi avant 17h

Vendredi aprs 10h

Bien cordialement,

Name/Surname


HOW TO WRITE AN E-MAIL TO A PROFESSOR

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I. Orientation Program

The Welcome Programme is a wonderful opportunity for you to meet otherinternational students facing the same challenges as you. You will be part of a group for1 week where you will benefit from methodology classes, social events, and culturalactivities.

II. Attend events and activities

Each week, 5 or 6 conferences are organized in different fields so there is somethingfor everyone! Parties are organized by the BDE on a regular basis and are a good way tomeet Sciences Po students, especially French students whom you might find hard toapproach in an academic context.

III. Join a student association or peer program

French students are very involved in the associative life of the Sciences Po campus so donot hesitate to approach them at the beginning of the semester They are alwayspleased to welcome new members to help them get their projects going!

IV. Sports or artistic course

Signing up for a Sport or an Art class is also a great opportunity, both to learn somethingmore and to meet other students in a more relaxed atmosphere than the one you canbe faced with during your regular classes.


HOW TO MEET PEOPLE?

The first couple of weeks in Paris will be one of the most challenging, yet rewardingtime of your exchange experience. This is when you are slowly discovering yourneighbourhood, getting to know the French cultural lifestyle, and probably the very firsttime that you will be interacting with the French students in Sciences Po. To make youradjustment go smoothly, here are some ways in which you can make the best out ofyour experience by meeting other people:

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ACADEMIASoukana KARRAKCHOU

WELCOME PROGRAMME REGISTRATION

What : One-week orientation that aims to familiarize international students withthe methodological structure of the French educational system as well as tohelp students discover the services that Sciences Po has to offer

When : Spring semester - 10th to 17th of January 2014

Cost : 250 euros

How to register?

1) You can register for the welcome program through your Sciences Po Space withyour login and your password : https://scolarite.sciences-po.fr

2) Click on the link Espace tudiantInscriptions pdagogiques . Then, select thesemester Inscriptions spcifiques 13/14 and click on Submit .

3) Click on the link Welcome Program, then on Register .

PaymentTo return to menu principal in your Sciences Po Space, click on Retour au menu then on Paiement en ligne . The amount that you have to pay will appearautomatically. Click on Pay.

ReminderThe number of places is limited. The registration is based on the principle of first come,

first served. If you have questions, contact : [email protected]

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ACADEMIASoukana KARRAKCHOU

SUMMER SCHOOL 2014

Where :Sciences Po Paris campus

When :July 4thAugust 1st, 2014

What : Enroll yourself in an intensive course of French applied to Social sciences !

Attend some French language classes, from beginner level to advanced, enjoy somesocial sciences courses, take part to some theatre workshops and cultural events

Cost :2,100 (including the cultural visits),non-refundable

Registration: from January 15th to April 15th, 2014

Documents to submit:

cover letter in English or French, a resume in English or French certificate of enrollment for 2013-2014 in a higher education institution French level test dating from less than two years

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Housing/haz /

SECTION II I

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1ire arrondissement - Louvre, Palais RoyaleThis is the geographical center of Paris and a haven for tourists. TheLouvre, Les Halles and the Palais Royal are all here.

2ime arrondissement - BourseA primarily business district. The Paris Stock Market (the Bourse) islocated here and the Palace des Victoires is a favorite destination forhopping in trendy boutiques.

THE PARISIAN ARRONDISSEMENTS

HOUSINGNatalia CWIERZ

3ime arrondissement - Marais, Picasson MuseumAlong with the 4ime arrondissement, this neighborhood makes up the Marais, one ofthe oldest neighborhoods in paris. The Picasso Museum is found here, and many 17thcentury mansions that once housed the noblest families in paris are still to be seen in

this quiet and ungentrified neighborhood.

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4ime arrondissement - Marais, Htel de VilleThe heart of the Marais is a lively neighborhoodwith trendy bars and restaurants and it's alsoknown as the center of Gay nightlife. The ruedes Rosiers is a centerpiece of Jewish lifestyle .

The Ile St. Louis and the Ile de la Cit are theoldest parts of Paris.

6ime arrondissement - Saint GermainOnce the hangout for behamians and intellectuals, this district has undergonegentrification and is now one of the most of expensive neighborhoods in Paris. Trendyboutiques, art galleries, and restaurants can be found throughout this district.

7ime arrondissement - Eiffel TowerThe Eiffel Tower, the Muse d'Orsay, the Rodin Museum and the market street, Rue Cler

are found here. This wealthy district is also known for being the home for foreignembassies and many international residents.

5ime arrondissement - Latin QuarterThis fabled neighborhood takes its name from the Sorbonne, where latin was thecommon tongue for all students during the Middle Ages. The neighborhood has the feelof a small village and students mix freely with professionals in its winding streets. Therue Mouffetard is a primary artery where shops, international restaurants and studentbars and cafs are found.

8ime arrondissement - Champs-ElysesThis upscale neighborhood is in fact quitediverse. The area around the famous Avenue desChamps-Elyses has lots of shopping and lots oftourists, while in the area to the East, betweenthe Champs-Elyses and Place de la Madeleine,

you'll find a mixture of 19th century buildingsintermingled with businesses.

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9ime arrondissement - Opra, PigalleA diverse residential area popular among an artistic crowd. This Southern portion has amix of residential and business buildings. The Paris Opra and Les Grands Magasins(Galeries Lafayette and Printemps) are located here. Further North is Pigalle, home ofthe famous Moulin Rouge and the fading Red Light district.

10ime arrondissement - Canal St. MartinThe two great train stations in Paris are here, the Gare de l'Est and the Gare du Nord.This multi-cultural neighborhood also contains a bohemian element. The cafes andrestaurants along the Canal Saint-Martin make it a popular destination for bothParisians and tourists.

11ime arrondissement - BastillePlace de la Bastille and the New Opra are found here. This

is a primarily residential district popular among artists. It'swell known for its nightlife which is centered around theRue de la Roquette and Rue Oberkampf.

12ime arrondissement - BercyA residential neighborhood bordered on the east by theBois de Vincennes. The Promenade Plante, an elevatedgreenbelt that stretches for almost 3 miles from Place de laBastille and the indoor arena, Palais Omnisports de Bercy

are also located here.

13ime arrondissment - Place d'ItalieA multi-cultural residential neighborhood which includes Paris' Chinatown and theultra-modern Bibliothque Franois Mitterand. The modernist Place d'Italie is the siteof one of the most ambitious French urban renewal projects and the Butte aux Caillesneighborhood with its cobblestone streets and numerous restaurants.

14ime arrondissment - MontparnasseMontparnasse and the Cit Universitaire are found in this residential disctricttraditionally known for its lively ambiance around the Boulevard Montparnasse.

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15ime arrondissement - Parc des ExpositionsThis large primarily residential neighborhood ranges from very upsacle in the areabordering the 7th arrondissement and the Seine, to relatively safe and affordable in themore outlying areas.

16ime arrondissement - Trocadro

Although it is not as exclusive as the 7tharrondissement, the 16th is regarded as theneighborhood for the wealthy. The areasaround rue de Passy and Place Victor Hugooffer upscale shopping and the Place deTrocadro offers a view of the Eiffel Tower.

17ime arrondissement - Palais de Congrs

This diverse district really contains more than one neighborhood, with the portion, inthe West, near the Arc de Triomphe and Parc Monceau, being very upscale.

18ime arrondissement - MontmartreThis artsy residential neighborhood situated at the top of a hill overlooking Paris has asmall village feel. The view across Paris from the Sacr Coeur church is breathtaking andthe nearby Place du Terte is a popular tourists destination.

19ime arrondissement - Parc de la ViletteThe Parc des Buttes Chaumont. A residential neighborhood with many ethnicrestaurants and shops. Parc de la Vilette is located here with its Cit des Sciences et del'Industrie museum and cultural center.

20ime arrondissement - Belleville, Pre LachaiseBelleville, Mnilmontant and the Pre-Lachaise cemetery. Although traditionallyworking class, this outlying residential area is slowly becoming modernized due to itsaffordable prices and its popularity among artists and creative types.

For more informaation: http://www.parisnet.com/parismap.html

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CHOOSING WHERE TO LIVE

HOUSINGJustine MALLOU

The city of Paris offers a multitude of different lifestylesthis often is more seen vividlydepending on your chosen arrondissement. One of the biggest decisions to make beforecoming to Paris is figuring out where to live for one year abroad. This step requiresweeks or even months to secure a affordable and livable accommodation.

STUDIO

Where to find studios? www.lodgis.com/fr www.leboncoin.fr www.parisattitude.com www.century21.fr

Pros Cons

Flexibility and liberty to invitefamily and friends at any timeSome apartments come fully-furnished

Independence and freedom

Parisian rental prices can be expensive, so beprepared to pay for hidden and service fees,especially when renting through an agencyLoneliness or homesickness when living alone

Single-person studios can often be cramped

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CHOOSING WHERE TO LIVE (CONTD)


COLOCATION

Where to find roommates? www.easycoloc.com www.appartager.com www.colocationfrance.fr www.colocation.fr

STUDENT RESIDENCES

Where to find residences? www.ciup.fr/ www.crous-paris.fr/ www.leclubetudiant.com

Pros Cons

Opportunity to have some company, tomake friends and to discover a newculture if you choose to live with a Frenchcoloc

The rental price will be more affordable

Not all rooms will have the same space,so be sure that you are paying for howmuch space you are gettingPersonal habits of a roommate that iscontrary to yourslearn to compromise!

Pros Cons

Student-central environment withaccessible facilities and servicesResidences are usually centrally locatednearby grocery stores and metro lines

In some residences, there is usually acleaner that comes once a week tochange bed sheetsOpportunity to meet other students inthe same situation as youAffordable prices for monthly rental

Some residences have curfews to avoidsecurity concernsStrict rules pertaining to visitors, thereis usually a fee to pay to allow visitors to

stay. Make sure to check the rules.Due to the affordable rent, roomspaces are usually limited

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HOME-STAY FAMILY

Where to find home-stay families?

www.leparisolidaire.com www.aidologement.com www.concordalogis.com

Other ways of finding accommodation

The American Church of Paris (http://www.acparis.org/) posts listings foraccommodation every day located at the two bulletin boards at the church. It ishighly recommended to arrive early in the morning to get the best offers

Sciences Po Housing: http://logements.sciencespo.fr/

FUSAC (www.fusac.fr) is a bi-weekly magazine for English-speakers in Paris

Other online options: www.pap.fr, www.seloger.fr, www.laforet.com,

For more information: http://www.parisyearabroad.com/student-accommodation-

paris/, http://www.pret-a-voyager.com/2010/12/unglamorous-paris-finding-an-apartment/

Pros Cons

Classic cultural experience that will allow you to beexposed to the French traditional lifestyleExcellent way to improve and practice the French

language not only at school, but also at homeThis opportunity is also helpful to prepare for an oralpresentation. Never hesitate to ask a nativeFrancophone speaker for helpHome-stay families usually offer an affordablemonthly rental price to students

Lack of communicationwith other students,however this usually is easily

resolvable by meeting somefriends at Sciences Po!Habits that may becontrary to what you areused to at home

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FINDING ACCOMMODATION

HOUSINGRuksona USMANOVA

Determining your needs and prioritiesYou must first determine your needs, set your criteria and create a budget. As a generalrule, do not limit your search only to Paris. Nearby suburbs are often easily accessible viathe metro and rental rates are substantially lower than within Paris. From my personalexperience, I would say the average price in Paris is about 600 for a shared apartment

or a small studio but prices rise the closer you get to the center.Key terms on listing ads: Loyer CC ou TCC: rent (service charges included) Hono/H + : letting agency fees T1: the number that follows the "T" corresponds to the number of rooms The floor area is always indicated in square meters PK/GAR: parking or garage ET: floor or story

ASC: lift access INT/DIG: intercom/digital code entry SDB: bathroom (may include a bathtub, but not always the case) DCH: shower KITCH: kitchenette located in the main room and at the very least equipped

with a sink, hot plates and a refrigerator.

Contacting the landlordIf you don't speak French, request help from a French student. Some landlords don'tspeak English at all. Be clear about what you want to know and ask questions. Ads thatclaim "10 minutes from the metro station" or "ideal for student" are not always accurate.Ask about the bus/metro routes or If necessary, take it upon yourself to verify.

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FINDING ACCOMMODATION


The viewingBefore you begin, prepare all the supporting documents required for entering into atenancy agreement:

Front and back photocopy of identification document Photocopy of the last three pay stubs for you and/or your guarantor (if you

do not have any, those of your guarantor will suffice); Photocopy of the last income tax return for you and/or your guarantor; Proof of residence for your guarantor (latest receipt of rent payment, last

utility or telephone bill); Bank details or RIB (for a commercial, savings or postal bank account) for

both you and your guarantor; Affidavit completed by your employer, if you are employed

What to verify:

The overall state of the accommodation and that all installations are in goodworking order

Plumbingturn the water faucets all the way on and flush the toilets Sanitary facilities, the electrical installations (fittings and fixtures) and the

heating installations (even in the middle of the summer). Count the number of electrical outlets and verify the radiators Check for the availability of a telephone socket, a TV antenna/areal socket

and the possibility for Internet connection Verify the condition of the paint and wallpapers, doorways and openings

and flooring If on the top floor, verify the thermal insulation properties of the roofing

system to avoid having to endure freezing winters and stuffy summers The building: Is there a caretaker? Are the stairways kept clean? What

condition are the letterboxes in? Where are the rubbish bins located? Is itpossible to bring your bicycle indoors? Do other students reside in the

building? What are the security features of the building (digital code entry orintercom)? Ask the neighbors about the pros and cons of residing in thebuilding and in the neighborhood

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RENT AND ASSOCIATED COSTS


RentGenerally, you pay one-month rent and the amount must be written into the tenancyagreement separately from the service charges.

Service chargesThese include the costs for maintaining the common areas in the building and for one or

more utilities. Charges are paid to the landlord who in turn arranges provision of theservices. Be sure to ask which service charge items may or may not be included in yourmonthly rent.

Other chargesElectricity, telephone, and Internet are separate from the rent. You must apply for theseservices separately and ensure to terminate the contracts at the end of the tenancy.

The deposit at the start of the tenancy:Within two months after your departure, the owner is legally obliged to refund yourdeposit, minus the expenses incurred to repair the damages made during your stay.

The inventory of the premises(tats des lieux)A first inventory is done at the start of the tenancy which states the condition of theproperty and lists its content. The second inventory takes place at the end of the tenancyperiod. Both must be as precise as possible, with detailed observations, in order to avoidany dispute at the end of the tenancy.

Home insuranceYou are obligated to subscribe an insurance coverage through an agency of your choice(between 30 to 60 depending on the size of your accommodation)

The guarantorA guarantor is often required for student tenants

The housing taxA local property tax payable each year in autumn. Verify with your landlord the amountand who is responsible for paying this tax.

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PERSONAL EXPERIENCE: FINDING ACCOMODATION

HOUSINGDana MURESAN

Whenbooking through an agency, the fee will usually come to about a monthsworthof rent. However, it is useful in narrowing down options according to your criteria,including price, location, type of apartment, number of rooms, etc. Some examples ofagencies include: www.lodgis.com, www.seloger.com, www.airbnb.com

Another option for finding apartments is particulier--particuler, where you can

directly contact an owner and avoid paying the agency fees. However, this can be a lessreliable source and you should be cautious about who you are renting from.

Frompersonal experience, I would suggest living in the 10-11thneighborhood becausethey are easy accessible to all fun activities and well connected (metro lines) to theentire city, including Sciences Po campus but yet, not too expensive comparing to 1-7th

neighborhoods. However, it does not mean that other neighborhoods are not livable.Currently, I live in the 15thneighborhood and enjoy it very much.

I found my apartment through a Facebook group ParisSans Agenceand it is a greatexperience. I believe more and more landlords, students, tenants look towards Facebookfor their housing options it is quick and you can contact the offer right away unlikemany online websites when sometimes you have to wait for the e-mail for a few days orlandlords put specific time to call them. When you come for viewing, ask every detail as

mentioned earlier in this article, if the price includes electricity, Wi-Fi, and etc. So far, Iam having a great experience with two of my flatmates and my life in Paris, and I hopeyou do too!

Ruksona USMANSOVA

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LLOC TION F MILI LE (C F)


What is CAF? Itsa sum of money that is allocated to students bythe French government to help pay for your studentaccommodation.

You should be able to receive CAF living in any type ofaccommodation (e.g. a house share, student halls or a privateresidence) as long as you are the contracted tenant.

Applying for cafThe "Centre Social, an office provides all necessary application forms but doesn'tprocess any CAF requests the application together with the rent contract andcertificate of enrolment must be sent directly to the CAF office: 101 rue National, ParisYou can also download the form on this website: http://wwwd.caf.fr/pdfj/al0.pdf

To begin the application you will need to start gathering together several documents:

a photocopy of your passport a professional translation of your birth certificate French bank account details (payment only be made to a French account) Housing jusfitication

Note: You can only receive CAF from the second month of your stay (i.e. if you move inon September 1st, you are only eligible from October 1st).

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HOUSINGPeter SCHUBERT

Applying for housing allowance at the CAF nicely reflects the nature of the Frenchadministrationit is very bureaucratic! Given the high rents and considerable amount ofbenefits granted by the CAF, it is definitely worth going through the process of applying.Dealing with French bureaucracy is by all means part of the whole cultural experience.

I went to the local CAF office immediately when I arrived in Paris. You should check ontheir website which office is in charge of your arrondissement. At my office, I got a bunchof documents to fill in as well as one sheet of paper that was to be filled in by thelandlord. As I lived in a small student residence, the groundskeeper was kind enough toquickly fill it out. These papers I had to return along with a proof of identification,student ID (if you donthave it Sciences Po allows you to download a study confirmationon the Espace Etudiant) and a RIB(from your French bank account). I was asked to handin a birth certificate which had to be translated into French. This was the annoying partbecause they didntaccept the certificate in its original language. So I got in touch with

the relevant office at my home country and they issued me an international birthcertificate, which includes a French version. The other way is to get it translated inFrance by a certified translator. You are likely to find these translators through yourembassy. However, some people I know did not have to submit a birth certificate in thefirst place. This is something you should try to find out upon your first CAF office visit.

If you are quick with your application, you will get housing benefits from the secondmonth onwards. Due to the delay with the birth certificate I had to wait for another

month but then got monthly benefits of 210 for my rent of about 550. So it is reallyworth going through the sometimes painful application process. Good luck with yourapplication!

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PERSONAL EXPERIENCE: APPLYING FOR CAF

HOUSINGJessica LI

WhenI first heard about CAF, I thought it seemed too good to be true. After all, weare all students on exchange for a term or a year, not actual French residents. I filledout the online application as soon as I arrived in Paris. It was straightforward enough,asking the basic personal information and taxable income for the last two years. Youthen needed to download the forms that CAF provides at the end of the application,which include the paper version of the completed online application and a form to besigned by the landlord. Make sure you save these forms right away, as you wontbeable to access them again without starting a new application! I sent these forms tothe CAF office closest to my house, along with the other required documents of atranslated birth certificate and bank account information.

Around two weeks later, I received my online CAF account and my monthlyreimbursement details. The one catch is that CAF cannot distribute the direct deposits

to your bank account if they donthave a copy of your titre de sjour, so make sure todrop by the CAF office once you obtain that card!

CAF also has another sneaky trick: they only start the monthly reimbursements afterthe first month of rent, so it is best to put the 30th or the 31st of a month as yourstarting date. That way, you only pay a daysworth of rent before the second monthkicks in and CAF reimbursements can happen!

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CURRENCY

FINANCENatalia CWIERZ

The local money in France is Euro (). The French Euro ist managed by the EuropeanCentral Bank. The euro is the official currency in France and 16 other European countries.Euro notes are availble in denominations of 5, 10, 20, 50, 100, 500. There are eight typesof coins: 2, 1, 50, 20, 10, 5, 2, 1. The foreign currency rates are*:

EUR AUD AED ARS BRL CAD CHF CLP CNY CZK DKK DOP EGP HKD

1,00 1,42 4,91 7,96 3,10 1,40 1,23 693,9 8,14 26,98 7,46 56,91 9,21 10,36

HUF INR IDR ILS JPY KRW MYR MXN NZD NOK PKR PLN

296,52 84,71 15,251.50 4,73 132,35 1,420,40 4,25 17,61 1,62 8,20 143,55 4,18

RUB SEK SGD TWN THB TRY USD

43,67 8,81 1,67 39,44 42,09 2,72 1,34

* the currency rates are constantly changing slightly. To check the current exchange rates,visit: http://www.x-rates.com/

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GENERAL BANKING HOURS


Most of the bank offices are closely located to Sciences Po. Their banking hours are asfollowing:

Banque populaire260 Bd. Saint Germain

75006 Paris

BNP Paribas15 Rue du Bac

75007 ParisMonday 9:00 am - 12:30 pm / 1:30 pm - 5:45 pm Closed

Tuesday 9:00 am - 12:30 pm / 1:30 pm - 5:45 pm 9:00 am - 5:15 pm

Wednesday 9:00 am - 12:30 pm / 1:30 pm - 5:45 pm 9:00 am - 5:15 pm

Thursday 9:00 am - 12:30 pm / 1:30 pm - 5:45 pm 9:00 am - 5:15 pm

Friday 9:00 am - 12:30 pm / 1:30 pm - 5:45 pm 9:00 am - 5:15 pm

Saturday Closed 9:00 am - 4:00 pmSunday Closed Closed

CIC Paris57 & 75 Rue de Rennes

75006 Paris

LCL Bank66 Rue de Rennes

75006 Paris

Monday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm closedTuesday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm 9:00 am - 1:00 pm / 2:00 pm - 5:30 pm

Wednesday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm 9:00 am - 1:00 pm / 2:00 pm - 5:30 pm

Thursday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm 9:00 am - 1:00 pm / 3:00 pm - 5:30 pm

Friday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm 9:00 am - 1:00 pm / 2:00 pm - 5:30 pm

Saturday Closed 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Sunday Closed Closed

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Socit General154 Bd. Saint-Germain

75006 Paris

Monday closedTuesday 9:00 am - 12:50 pm / 2:15 pm - 5:30 pm

Wednesday 9:00 am - 12:50 pm / 2:15 pm - 5:30 pmThursday 9:00 am - 1:00 pm / 2:15 pm - 5:15 pm

Friday 9:00 am - 12:50 pm / 2:15 pm - 5:30 pmSaturday 8:45 am - 1:45 pmSunday

closed

The opening hours differ from office to office, even if it is the same bank. On thewebsitehttp://www.cbanque.com/pratique/agences/ the opening hours for all bankoffices are registered.

ESTIMATED COSTS OF LIVING

According to British financial magazine The Economist, Paris is the 8th world's mostexpensive city in the world (as at 2013). However you can profit from being a student, asyou get discounts for the mtro card (carte Imagine'R), the movie theaters (approx. 6,50/ticket) and even a free burger at Quick Restaurant when ordering a menu. Addindividual costs for going out at night and for cultural activities (all museums in Paris are

free for students under 26). We did a rough calculation of the expenses you have toexpect per month while living in Paris:

Expense Cost

Rent 650 (approx.)

Groceries & eating out 200 (approx.)

Cell phone 19,99 (p.e. with free)

imagin'R mtro card 35,00 (zone 1+2)Total (approx.): 904,99

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The general store hours of supermarkets are from Monday - Saturday from 9:00am -9:30/10:00pm, Sundays closed.

Supermarkets:Carrefour, Supermarch Casino, Dia, Franprix, MonoprixFlea markets (all free entry):

1. MARCH ST OUEN/PORTE DE CLINGANCOURTbetween 18th arrondissement and the suburb of St. Ouen

Mtro: Ligne 4 - Porte de ClingancourtHours: Saturday 9am to 6pm, Sunday 10am to 6pm, Monday

11am to 5pm

2. MARCH AUX PUCES DE LA PORTE DE VANCESAvenue Georges Lafenestre and Avenue Marc Sangnier (14th)Mtro: Ligne 13 - Porte de VancesHours: Every weekend, 7am to 7pm

3. MARCH DU LIVRE ANCIEN ET D'OCCASION (BOOK MARKET)101 Rue Brancsion, Parc Georges Brassens (under the PavilionBaltard, 15th arrondissm.)Mtro: Ligne 12 - Convention, Ligne 13 - Porte de VanvesHours: Every weekend, 9am to 6pm

4. MARCH AUX PUCES DE MONTREUILAvenue de la Porte de MontreuilMtro: Ligne 9 - Porte de MontreuilHours: Saturday to Monday, 7am to 7:30pm

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PERSONAL EXPERIENCE: BANKING WITH LCL

FINANCEDana MURESAN

Ialso opened an account with LCL at the Rue du Bac- St. Germain location. The staffwere very friendly, and helped to the best of their ability. However, expect the processof opening up a bank account to take around 2-3 weeks. After having submitted thedocuments I had originally been asked to provide, I was asked for one more, whichtook me a few days to obtain. After finally submitting everything, It took another 1-2weeks to have all my bank information and my card. I know that some people receivethe cards by mail, however I picked mine up at the bank- so make sure to confirmwith your LCL employee on what the procedure is. All in all, my experience with LCL

has been great. The bank is reliable and there are many locations in Paris that caneasily be accessed.

Money transfer

In order to perform any automated withdrawals (such as for you Imagine-R) ormoney transfers, you need your code RIB, and in some cases your IBAN. Thisinformation can be obtained from your branch. For example, LCL provided me with

several copies of my bank information, which can be used to authorize money tocome into your account (as in money transfers from your home country) and moneyto be withdrawn (as in the Imagine-R, phone bill, etc.). For money transfers,remember to inquire with your bank as well as the bank from which you are receivingmoney in order to find out how much the transfer will cost you.

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I decided to open a bank account during the first week of university as I found itconvienient to be able to meet the bank employees right away at their informationdesks that were set up in the foyer of 28 Rue Saint-Guillaume during the welcomeweek. The required documents were my ID, my proof of residence in Paris and mycertificate of enrollment at Sciences Po. At the stand I had to sign only a fewdocuments and was told to be able to pick up my credit and debit card in two weeksbut when I went to the bank branch I was asked to do some more paper work, whichmeant that processing my application took about three weeks in total. The delayingcould be explained by the big amounts of application files that had to be brought tothe bank branch and recorded in the computer first. If you have any issues with yourbank account, you must always contact the bank branch the employee at theinformation desk came from, which was in my case the LCL bank branch at BoulevardSaint-Germain, not far away from Sciences Po. If I knew how long the processingwould take, I would have made an appointment at a bank branch close to myapartment, as I think it would be faster and easier to contact when having problems.As most of the largest banks don't charge for opening a bank account and even giveyou a one-time bonus of approx. 100 , to me it doesn't really matter which bank you

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FINANCEXimena Caldern Rojas

Openinga French bank account is compulsory while you live in Paris. You can literallydo nothing without one (for instance you cannot obtain a Carte Imaginrwithout one).I chose LCL, because at the beginning of the semester they had some representativesin Sciences Po near the hall where you could ask them questions directly. They evenhelp you filling the form and prepare your papers to open your bank account. Theonly documents they asked me were my passport(which they even photocopied forme) and proof of housing (which they also photocopied). I did not do much researchof what was the best option, but friends (also exchange students) in Paris also had a

bank account on LCL and everything went extremely well. Once you fill in the formsand delivered the documents, you will have to wait two weeks until they give youyour card. Also, before they give you your card, you will receive an envelope at homewith your password and then another one with a code you will use to access youraccount online.

Finally, you can also use this card to pay your tickets or hostels online. The site willrequire you to give your cellphone number, your French cellphone, so that every timeyou wish to do a payment you confirm it by introducing the numbers you receive asmessage in your cellphone. It is pretty easy and practical.

I know French, still I got my bank account during my first days in Paris, oral French isnot the same as what they taught you in high school or language institution, so I didnot risk it so asked them to speak in English, they are nice because they know you area student. Also, I made lots of questions, still I feel I could have done more, but do asmuch questions as you feel like it, if not you wont feel comfortable with your bankaccount and you will use it during your whole stay in Paris. Good luck!

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BANKING WITH SOCIT GNRALE

FINANCE

Batoul CHEAIB

Iopened my account at the beginning of September at bank Socit gnral, It was soeasy, it only took 30 min then it was all done. I had to bring my passport and 150 . Aweek later, I got my Visa card as premium client (ma carte bleu) , as a student at SciencesPo and I also got a gift of 100 from the bank but I spent them all the same day !! I havea Private Banker who worked with me to complete a multi-step of the liquidity, he wasable to create and implement a customized wealth management plan for me. Later Iasked for the cheque-books, however they were not able send it at my place so I broughtit from the bank after 10 days. I have some good offers too when Im abroad. Socit

gnral sends me the balance of my account at my place every month and there is anapplication for smartphones so you can check it online with your secret code forinternet. At the end, I really like the facilities that I received and nothing was complicated!

Lucas DIXON

Thereare two BNP Paribas locations on the boulevard Saint-Germain that are close toSciences Po; I opened my account at the one on the corner of rue du Four, but either onewill work. It was a fairly painless experience, minus the hand cramps from having to sign aMatterhorn of paperwork. I showed up without any sort of appointment and just asked toopen an account. I met with one of the bank employees, and everything went smoothly.The information they needed was fairly standard: a copy of my lease, a copy of my

apartment insurance, my student card, my phone number, my e-mail address, my physicaladdress, and my passport. Once the account was set up, I was told that I would be e-mailed when my card was available for pick up. That took about a week. The PIN for thecard was sent by mail to my apartment, along with online banking information. Becausethe card is sent to the branch but the PIN to your home address, there was a delay of afew days when I had my card but couldntuse it until the PIN came. As a student, theygave me a Visa debit card, and I got about 90 in my account about a month later. Ihaventhad any problems with BNP, and there are many locations throughout the city and

throughout France, so I would definitely recommend it.

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FINANCEJustine MALLOU

Communicating with family members and friends in your home country is one of themost important responsibilities that you will have to maintain that said, if you stillhaventcontacted your parents after arriving to Paris, get to it!

Calling into and out of France International code (00) + country code (33) + phone number (06 12 34 56 78) To dial, drop the first zero of the phone number00 33 6 12 34 56 78

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COMMUNICATIONS AND TECHNOLOGY

Cell phone service providersThe Global System of Mobile Communications (GSM) is the most predominant cellularsystem in France. Most companies use 900 and 1800 MHz. Before leaving, make sure tocheck that your cell phone matches the offer of most French service frequencies. If itdoes, you can unlock your cell phone in order to use it abroad. In this case, you will onlyhave to purchase a French SIM card.

French carrier 900 MHz 1800 MHz

Bouygues Telecom(www.bouyguestelecom.fr/)

Orange(www.orange.fr)

SFR(www.sfr.fr)

http://support.chinavasion.com/index.php?_a=viewarticle&_m=knowledgebase&kbarticleid=227

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APPLYING FOR A FRENCH VISA

IMMIGRATIONJiyun JUNG

A French visa is a mandatory administrative document for non-European citizens. It ishighly recommended to apply for a French Visa before starting your semester abroadas it would usually take one month and a half months to receive it.

Difference: Long-stay versus Short-stay visa

Short-stay visa (Visa C) allows you to stay up to 90 days in France and free movementwith Schengen states.

If you are staying for more than 90 days (2 semesters at Sciences Po), it is necessary toapply for long-stay visa (Visa D).

What is 2-B French visa?

Is a special type of visa used for Canadian students coming to France for exchange. Ifyou hold Canadian citizenship and plan to come for 1-year exchange in France, youcan apply under the 2-B category from your French Consulate/Embassy in Canada.

For more information: http://www.ambafrance-ca.org/France-Canada-youth-exchange

EU citizen No Visa needed

Non-EU citizen staying for less than 3 months No Visa neededNon-EU citizen staying for more than 3 months Visa needed

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